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Simon Peter

Simon Peter was one of Jesus’ disciples. Even though he walked closely with the Lord, he made many mistakes. He misunderstood parables, tried to keep children away from Jesus, argued about which disciple was the greatest, and attempted to walk on water but began to sink when fear took over. Peter fell asleep instead of praying in the garden, cut off a man’s ear, and even denied knowing Jesus after His arrest.

You might expect Jesus to reject him. After all, Peter was supposed to be one of His closest friends. I do not know about you, but I would likely grow tired of extending grace. I am so thankful that Jesus is not like me.

He never grows weary of forgiving, and His mercy never runs out.

Simon Peter received grace he did not deserve. He was the first of the twelve disciples that Jesus appeared to after His resurrection, and he was lovingly restored on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Peter went on to become the leader of the disciples and preached the first evangelical message, where 3,000 people were saved, playing a vital role in the formation of the early church. It is amazing what God can accomplish through broken, imperfect people.

Don’t Give Up.

Have you ever made a mistake? Do you feel like God cannot use you because of what you have done? These words are for you: don’t give up. Nothing you have done is greater than the sacrifice Jesus made for you. His death on the cross secured forgiveness for all your sins. Go to Him, repent, and believe. Then watch how He uses you in powerful ways. Just like Simon Peter, He has a plan and a purpose for your life, and it is good.